Warehouse Manager

DSJ Global; Greenwood (MS); On-site; USD 70,000 - 100,000; Full time

Job summary

DSJ Global client seeks an experienced Warehouse Manager to lead warehousing operations for a complex manufacturing facility in Greenwood, MS. You will optimize inventory flow, warehouse efficiency, and team performance in a fast-paced production environment.

Ideal candidates bring 5+ years of manufacturing warehouse leadership, with proven ability to manage multiple facilities and large teams, plus experience with WMS/ERP and continuous improvement to drive safety and effectiveness.

Qualifications

• Bachelor's degree in Supply Chain, Logistics, Business, or Operations Management.
• 5+ years of warehouse leadership in manufacturing.
• Experience managing multiple warehouse operations.
• Proven ability to lead supervisors and frontline teams.
• Experience with 15+ employees in a fast-paced environment.
• Strong inventory management and warehouse operations knowledge.
• Experience with WMS and ERP systems.
• Strong analytical and problem-solving skills.
• Excellent communication and cross-functional collaboration.
• Proven ability to drive process improvements.

Responsibilities

• Lead and oversee daily operations for two warehouse facilities supporting manufacturing operations.
• Manage a team of 4 direct reports and provide leadership for 15–20 total employees.
• Ensure timely and accurate receipt, storage, inventory management, and shipment of materials.
• Develop and implement warehouse processes to improve efficiency and space utilization.
• Monitor KPIs related to safety, productivity, and inventory accuracy.
• Partner with Production, Supply Chain, Planning, Procurement, and Transportation teams.
• Drive continuous improvement initiatives using Lean or Six Sigma methodologies.
• Maintain compliance with OSHA regulations and safety standards.
• Lead cycle count programs and inventory control processes.
• Manage staffing, scheduling, training, coaching, and performance management.

Skills

Leadership

Warehouse ops

Inventory control

WMS/ERP

Data analytics

Communication

Process improvement

Safety & compliance

Team management

Education

Bachelor's degree in Supply Chain, Logistics, Business, or Operations Management.

Tools

WMS

ERP systems

Job description

Our client is seeking an experienced Warehouse Manager to lead warehousing operations for a complex manufacturing facility in Greenwood, MS. This individual will be responsible for optimizing inventory flow, warehouse efficiency, team performance, and operational excellence while supporting a fast-paced production environment.

The ideal candidate will bring strong leadership experience within a manufacturing setting, a proven ability to manage multiple warehouse operations, and a track record of driving continuous improvement initiatives related to inventory accuracy, safety, productivity, and customer service.

Location: Greenwood, MS (Onsite)

Key Responsibilities

• Lead and oversee daily operations for two warehouse facilities supporting manufacturing operations.
• Manage a team of 4 direct reports and provide leadership for an overall warehouse organization of approximately 15-20 employees.
• Ensure timely and accurate receipt, storage, inventory management, and shipment of raw materials, components, and finished goods.
• Develop and implement warehouse processes that improve efficiency, inventory accuracy, space utilization, and service levels.
• Monitor key performance indicators (KPIs) related to safety, productivity, inventory accuracy, on-time shipping, and labor utilization.
• Partner closely with Production, Supply Chain, Planning, Procurement, and Transportation teams to ensure material availability and operational continuity.
• Drive continuous improvement initiatives utilizing Lean manufacturing, Six Sigma, or other operational excellence methodologies.
• Maintain compliance with all company policies, OSHA regulations, and safety standards.
• Lead cycle count programs and inventory control processes to ensure inventory integrity.
• Manage staffing, scheduling, training, coaching, performance management, and employee development activities.
• Support budgeting and cost control initiatives while identifying opportunities for operational savings.
• Champion a culture of accountability, teamwork, safety, and employee engagement.

Required Qualifications

• Bachelor's degree in Supply Chain, Logistics, Business, Operations Management, or a related field preferred.
• 5+ years of warehouse leadership experience within a manufacturing environment required.
• Experience managing multiple warehouse operations or large-scale warehouse facilities.
• Proven leadership experience managing supervisors and frontline warehouse teams.
• Experience leading teams of 15+ employees in a fast-paced manufacturing or industrial environment.
• Strong understanding of inventory management, warehouse operations, shipping, receiving, and material handling processes.
• Experience utilizing warehouse management systems (WMS), ERP systems, and inventory control tools.
• Strong analytical, problem-solving, and decision-making skills.
• Excellent communication and cross-functional collaboration abilities.
• Ability to drive process improvements and operational efficiencies.

Preferred Qualifications

• Experience in a complex manufacturing environment with high SKU counts and high-volume material movement.
• Lean Manufacturing and/or Six Sigma certification.
• Experience with automated warehousing systems or advanced inventory management technologies.
• Multi-site warehouse leadership experience.
• APICS, CPIM, CSCP, or related supply chain certifications.

What We're Looking For

• Hands-on leader who enjoys being on the warehouse floor and engaging with employees.
• Strong people manager capable of developing supervisors and building high-performing teams.
• Results-oriented professional with a focus on safety, efficiency, and continuous improvement.
• Collaborative leader who can effectively work across operations, supply chain, and manufacturing functions.
• Ability to thrive in a dynamic manufacturing environment while balancing strategic initiatives and daily execution.